Macbook pro apple tv lag

Has a solution been found for the lag between apple tv and macbook pro?
The lag is slight but slows down then speeds up and feels like I'm having an epileptic fit in slow motion!
I have a MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) and using OS Yosemite V 10.10.1 and just bought the apple tv 2 weeks ago- but can't see where I find what gen or whatever it is.
I'm using Google Chrome and have tried Saffari but the lag is still there. The lag does not occur when using Ipad.
What's the latest apple?
Rebekah

Greetings rebekah444,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
I understand that you are experiencing lag using AirPlay between your MacBook Pro and Apple TV. There are a few different troubleshooting steps that I would recommend in this situation. Please use the attached article as a reference for help resolving this issue. 
Resolve issues with AirPlay and AirPlay Mirroring from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
Have a great day,
Joe

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